Painter

Internal•Bellingham, WA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Painter works independently at a journey level and in small teams, following direction from a supervisor or lead. The position performs painting, finishing, drywall, and plaster work, including patching, painting, plastering, and taping drywall; applying paint with brushes, rollers, and spray equipment; power washing and sealing exterior surfaces; trim painting; and related tasks. Other duties include installing signage, carpet, tile, and vehicle decals, as needed.

Requirements

Four years of journey-level experience in a skilled painting trade in a commercial or industrial environment.
Ability to read and comprehend blueprints and plans.
Ability to read and understand written information and instructions.
Ability to manage time and work under pressure with tight schedules and deadlines.
Demonstrated experience or ability to work in commercial and institutional settings.
Knowledge of tools used in the trade.
Willingness to certify in asbestos abatement.
Ability to communicate clearly.
Ability to safely maintain and use hand and power tools required for the trade.
Experience working in sensitive settings such as operational offices, classrooms, dorm rooms, and restrooms.
Valid driver's license, or ability to obtain one before starting, to drive a state-owned vehicle to work locations.
Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to perform daily work tasks independently under limited supervision.
Technical accuracy and recordkeeping skills.
Ability to use computer hardware and software to track work orders and record time worked.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a friendly and cooperative manner with students, staff, faculty, and the public.
Compliance with WWU immunization policies, including proof of Rubeola measles immunity within 60 days of hire.
Ability to pass a fingerprint background check.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Washington Industrial Safety and Health Act (WISHA), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rules and regulations, standard job safety rules, and proper use of a face respirator.
Demonstrated skills in installing carpet, cove base, and vinyl tile, including safe removal and preparation with self-leveling materials.
Demonstrated skills in setting tile in interior spaces such as bathrooms and outdoor areas such as courtyards.

Responsibilities

Apply primers, sealers, undercoats, and finish paints using brushes, rollers, or spray equipment.
Paint interior and exterior surfaces of buildings, machinery, piping, and floors.
Mix and match stains to existing woodwork, cabinets, and furniture.
Strip and refinish woodwork, cabinets, and furniture.
Patch and finish gypsum wallboard and plaster.
Tape and texture new wallboard for seamless integration.
Clean and maintain painting tools, including brushes, rollers, and spray equipment.
Disassemble and reassemble airless and conventional spray systems.
Operate and maintain sandblasting and pressure-washing equipment.
Drive a service truck to transport equipment and personnel to WWU job sites.
Load and unload materials and supplies.
Install and remove scaffolding, swing stages, ladders, ladder jacks, planks, boom trucks, and other elevated work platforms.
Install interior and exterior signage, including directional, branding, and safety signs.
Install carpet, attending to layout, seam alignment, and adhesive application.
Set interior and exterior tile, ensuring proper surface preparation, spacing, and grouting.
Install custom decals on vehicles, maintaining alignment, adhesion quality, and visual consistency.